What’s On
Welcome to What’s On
spring and summer 2015
The best guide to events across
Lichfield District and
surrounding areas.
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This issue includes events from
March 2015 through to the end of
August. Enjoy Easter and summer
holiday activities, music and beer
festivals, village shows and more.
There will be a series of events
celebrating the return of the
Herkenrode Glass to Lichfield
Cathedral, as well as the usual
favourites in our event highlights,
see pages 2-3.
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How to use this guide
This guide is divided into sections that
list events from early March through to
the end of August 2015. There’s over
130 events so make sure you scan
through all the sections so you don’t
miss out!
Pages
Event highlights ................. 2 - 4
Monthly calendar............. 5 - 21
March............................................. 5 - 8
April ............................................. 9 - 11
May............................................ 12 - 14
June ........................................... 15 - 17
July............................................. 18 - 20
August .............................................. 21
Ongoing events.............. 22 - 25
This publication is brought to you by
Lichfield District Council.
Cover images - main image
Lichfield Festival 3 - 12 July
Images from top to bottom Baby Elephant Parade, Lichfield Festival 3 - 11 July
Lichfield Greenhill Bower 25 May
National Forest Adventure Farm Multiple events
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Event highlights
Event highlights
Tower Tours
Available from March
Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield WS13 7LD
Take in the breath-taking views of Lichfield
and beyond on these extended Tower Tours.
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£8 adults, £6 concessions, £24 family (2 adults & 2
children) Ticket price includes a drink at Chapters
Café and a 10% discount voucher to use in the
Cathedral Shop 01543 306100
[email protected]
www.lichfield-cathedral.org
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Burntwood Wakes Festival
Throughout the summer
In venues across Burntwood
A series of fun family events and celebrations
during the summer organised by Burntwood
Town Council. For more
information and
updates visit the website.
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Free entry 01543 677166
[email protected]
www.burntwoodtown.co.uk
Lichfield Arts Blues &
Jazz Plus Festival
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Lichfield Greenhill Bower
Monday 25 May all day event
Across Lichfield City and
Beacon Park
The Lichfield Mercury Bower
Queen will be crowned
outside Lichfield’s Guildhall
by the Mayor of Lichfield at 12 noon
followed by a traditional street carnival.
Visit Beacon Park for a day of family
entertainment including Free Radio road
show, Jive Pony, Adrenalin Tour Quad Bike
Stunt Show, fantastic music tent, Pat Collins
fun fair, Armitage Bird of Prey Centre, Scruffs
Dog Show and much more. A great value day
out for the whole family.
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£3 on the day, early bird wristbands £1, children
under 5 years free entry 01543 263653
[email protected]
www.lichfieldbower.co.uk
Thursday 25 - Saturday 27 June
The Guildhall, Lichfield WS13 6LX
New for 2015! Top names, rising stars and
local talent plus street and community
events. See Lichfield Arts’
website for details.
01543 262223
[email protected]
www.lichfieldarts.org.uk
Lichfield Festival
Friday 3 - Sunday 12 July
Various locations, Lichfield WS13 6NE
Ten days of music, theatre, dance, comedy,
art and free events for all the family.
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Lichfield Food Festival
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Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 August around and
about Lichfield City
Lichfield Food Festival is an annual celebration
of all things gastronomic that takes place
across Lichfield City. The end of summer
weekend event offers festival-goers free
cookery demonstrations by top regional chefs,
a choice range of food stalls, a celebration of
local brews, food and drink trails across the
city’s restaurants and bars, a baking
competition and much more!
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Free entry www.lichfieldfood.co.uk
Twitter @LichFoodFest
£5 - £40 01543 306270 [email protected]
www.lichfieldfestival.org
Lichfield Festival Baby
Elephant Parade
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Friday 3 - Saturday 11 July around Lichfield City
Shakespeare in the Park
Lichfield Arts Spring
Beer Festival
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Friday 1 - Saturday 2 May
12noon - 11pm The Guildhall,
Lichfield WS13 6LU
Around 40 ales and ciders with live music both
evenings. Raising funds for Lichfield Arts.
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£2 before 6pm, £3 after 6pm (on the door)
01543 262223 [email protected]
www.lichfieldarts.org.uk
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Wednesday 17 - Saturday 20 June 7.45pm
Saturday matinee 20 June 2pm
Maple Hayes Hall, Lichfield WS13 8BL
Outdoor production of All’s Well that Ends
Well. Audience seating on straw bales.
Proceeds to charity. Tickets available from
Lichfield Garrick Box Office.
£13.50 adults, £10 concessions
01543 412121
[email protected]
www.sitp.org.uk
Follow the trail of Baby Elephants displayed
across the city. The Elephant Parade takes
place on 3 July and the Elephant Auction
on 11 July.
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Free entry 01543 306270
[email protected]
www.lichfieldfestival.org
Cars in the Park
Saturday 4 - Sunday 5 July
Beacon Park, Lichfield WS13 6QZ
A charity event with new and classic vehicles
with autojumble, stalls, events and catering.
Admission by donation to Midlands Air
Ambulance.
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07778 280816 [email protected]
www.carsinthepark.com
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March
Tower Tours
Available from March
Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield WS13 7LD
See event highlights on page 2
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The Return of the Lady Chapel
Friday 6 March 8pm The Guildhall,
Lichfield WS13 6LX
Throughout March Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield
WS13 7LD
This superb band is one of Lichfield Arts series
of ongoing concerts at Lichfield Guildhall.
Join Lichfield Cathedral for a series of
celebration events marking the return of the
Herkenrode Glass. Please visit website for
more details.
£15 [email protected]
www.lichfieldarts.org.uk
Various prices 01543 306100
[email protected]
www.lichfield-cathedral.org
Saturday 7 March 2pm The Samuel Johnson
Birthplace Museum, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Pride & Prejudice Dances New
Members’ Evening
£2.50, booking recommended 01543 264972
[email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
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Friday 6 March 7.30pm Lichfield Golf &
Country Club, Lichfield WS13 8HE
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History Workshop: Lichfield at Leisure
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Friendly discussion and archive session giving
a glimpse into the playtime of Lichfield’s past.
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Jazz Sunday Lunch
Join in with dances from the Regency period.
An opportunity for beginners to dance like
Jane Austen.
Sunday 8 March 12.30pm for 1pm
The George Hotel, Lichfield WS13 6PR
£6 07815 796746 [email protected]
www.regencyassembly.co.uk
A delicious three course Sunday lunch with
music from the Three Spires Jazz Band.
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Clay Shooting Experience
Friday 6 March 9am - 3pm Doveridge Clay
Sport Club, Doveridge DE6 5LN
To celebrate International Women’s Day, why
not experience something new! A fun ladies’
event with lunch, clay shooting and fabulous
goody bag.
£75 all inclusive, £60 for BASC, Chamber of
Commerce and Shotgun and Chelsea Bun Club
members, £20 deposit secures a place
01283 810910 [email protected]
www.basc.org.uk
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Lichfield Arts presents
The Matt Schofield Band
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£21.95 adults, £12 children 01543 414822
[email protected]
www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
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Volunteer Drive
Saturday 14 March 2pm - 4pm
Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield WS13 7AD
Darwin House needs you! Come and find
out what volunteer opportunities we
have available.
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Free entry 01543 306260
[email protected]
www.erasmusdarwin.org
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March
March
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Birmingham History Talk
Thursday 26 March 7.30pm
St Mary’s in the Market Square, Lichfield WS13 6LG
A talk on Birmingham History; a potted history
of the city, from Roman fort to Saxon hamlet
to global metropolis.
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£2 South East Staffordshire Association of National
Trust Members, £4 visitors on the door
01543 416144 www.sesnationaltrust.btck.co.uk
Walking Conversation with
Dr Trevor James
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George Michael Tribute Evening
Lichfield Camera Club
Spring Exhibition
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Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 March
Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 4pm
The Guildhall, Lichfield WS13 6LX
An eclectic collection of members’
images with award-winning
stunning photographs, and maybe some
favourites too.
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Free entry 07720 700958
[email protected]
www.lichfieldcameraclub.org
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Mothers’ Day
Sunday 15 March from 12noon
The George Hotel, Lichfield WS13 6PR
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Enjoy a delicious three course lunch in the
carvery restaurant or the Garrick Suite.
£19.95 01543 414822
[email protected]
www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
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Sunday 15 March from 12.30pm
Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, Sutton Coldfield B75 6LN
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Give your Mum a treat for Mothers’ Day with
a delicious Sunday lunch or an afternoon tea.
From £19.95 0121 308 3751
[email protected]
www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
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Make-up One to One
Sunday 15 March Tworld, Weeford WS14 0PR
This one to one Mothers’ day make-up lesson
with celebrity make-up artist, Karen, teaches
all the colours and techniques to suit you and
your needs.
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£50 07772 050659 www.tworldstudio.co.uk
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Enjoy a three course dinner and all your
favourite George Michael hits.
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£39 per person or £145 per couple including an
overnight stay 0121 308 3751
[email protected]
www.moorhallhotel.co.uk
Brilliant Biology & Other
Smart Sciences
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Saturday 21 March 11am - 4pm
Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield WS13 7AD
Fascinating science-based activities to
celebrate National Science and Engineering
Week - fun for all the family!
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Free entry 01543 306260
[email protected]
www.erasmusdarwin.org
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Mad Science Day
A tour of Lichfield Museum that tells the
stories behind the exhibits and illustrates the
history of Lichfield.
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Free entry, donations welcome 01543 256611
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Georgian Cookery Demonstration
Friday 27 March 7pm - 9.30pm
Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield WS13 7AD
Entertaining and light-hearted cookery
demonstration with a Georgian theme.
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£15 to include tasting and a glass of wine,
booking essential 01543 306260
[email protected]
www.erasmusdarwin.org
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Plant Hunters’ Fair
Saturday 28 March 10am - 4.30pm
National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas DE13 7AR
Plant fair featuring highly respected specialist
nurseries with a great range of perennials,
shrubs and trees. Simply something for
every plant lover.
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Burntwood Singers’ Easter Concert
Saturday 28 March 7.30pm
Lichfield Methodist Church, Lichfield WS13 6JJ
Burntwood Singers invite you to a concert
celebrating spring and Eastertide. Tickets
available on the door.
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£5 adults, £2.50 children (under 12 years) includes
light refreshments 01543 268053
[email protected]
Easter Eggstravaganza
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Join in the fun at the library with
MadScience.com’s wacky experiments.
Part of National Science Week!
Free entry, parking charge applies . 01283 792333
Saturday 28 March - Wednesday 15 April
10am - 6pm National Forest Adventure Farm,
Burton upon Trent DE13 9SJ
[email protected]
www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk
Catch the woodland Easter Eggspress to
complete an Easter egg trail and hunt for the
Easter Bunny.
£1, booking essential 01543 510700
[email protected]
www.staffordshire.gov.uk/libraries
Lichfield Cathedral
Chorus Spring Concert
£10.75 01283 533933 [email protected]
www.adventurefarm.co.uk
Saturday 28 March 7.30pm
Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield
WS13 7LD
Lichfield Advanced Motorists Open
Day & Driver Improvement
Saturday 21 March 11am & 2pm
Lichfield Library, Lichfield WS13 6QG
Mothers’ Day
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Friday 20 March 7.30pm
Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, Sutton Coldfield B75 6LN
Friday 27 March 10am - 12noon
Lichfield Museum at St Mary's in the Market Square,
Lichfield WS13 6LG
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Middleton Hall Wedding Fayre
Sunday 22 March 11am - 3pm
Middleton Hall, Middleton B78 2AE
Hand-picked local suppliers, live music, goodie
bag, welcome drink, plus showcasing the
stunning venue.
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Free entry 07805 278434
[email protected]
www.middletonhallweddingvenue.co.uk
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Mozart’s Requiem in D
minor with the Darwin Ensemble
Chamber Orchestra and conductor Ben Lamb.
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Tickets available from Lichfield Garrick Box Office,
prices to be confirmed 01543 257759
[email protected]
lichfieldcathedralchorus.co.uk
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Saturday 28 March 10am - 4pm
Boley Park Community Hall, Lichfield WS14 9XA
Find out more about Lichfield Advanced
Motorists, driver safety, manoeuvring and
how to improve driving skills.
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Free entry 07020 940216 [email protected]
www.lamm.org.uk
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April
March
The Business of Murder
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St Giles Hospice Lichfield 5k
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Sunday 29 March 8.45am registration, run starts
9.30am Beacon Park, Lichfield WS13 6QZ
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Tuesday 31 March - Saturday 4 April 7.30pm
Saturday 4 April matinee 2.30pm Lichfield Garrick
Theatre & Studio, Lichfield WS13 6HR
Join the St Giles Hospice first run of the
season. A 5k run through the lovely setting of
Beacon Park.
Middle Ground Theatre Company is
delighted to present Richard
Harris’ acclaimed
psychological thriller.
£12 per entry (14 years and over) 01543 434542
[email protected]
www.stgileshospice.com/lichfield5k
£20 - £25 01543 412121
[email protected]
www.lichfieldgarrick.com
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The Sheriff’s Darwin Walk
Sunday 29 March 10am
Meet at Bunkers Hill Car park,
Lichfield WS13 6RA
A ten mile guided walk
around the rural boundary of
Lichfield.
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Free entry 01543 309854
[email protected]
www.darwinwalk.org.uk
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Sam’s Easter Explorers
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Beacon Park Easter Trail
Friday 3 - Sunday 19 April 10.30am - 4.30pm
The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum,
Lichfield WS13 6LG
Easter holiday fun at the museum with trails,
activities and competitions available every day.
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Free entry, small charge for trail pack
01543 264972 [email protected]
Saturday 28 March - Wednesday 15 April 9am - 4pm
Ranger Station, Beacon Park, Lichfield WS13 6QZ
Easter Extravaganza at Drayton
Manor Theme Park
Follow a colourful Easter themed trail round
beautiful Beacon Park to solve the clues and
claim your small prize. Head to the Ranger
Station, next to the crazy golf course, to buy
your trail.
Friday 3 April - Wednesday 15 April Drayton Manor
Theme Park, near Tamworth B78 3TW
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£1 a trail 01543 308867 [email protected]
www.lichfieldhistoricparks.co.uk
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Enjoy a day filled with excitement and fun
this Easter at Drayton Manor Theme Park.
0844 472 1960 [email protected]
www.draytonmanor.co.uk
Pride & Prejudice Dances New
Members’ Evening
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Friday 10 April 7.30pm
Lichfield Golf & Country Club, Lichfield WS13 8HE
Learn dances from the Regency period. An
opportunity for beginners to dance like
Jane Austen.
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£6 07815 796746 [email protected]
www.regencyassembly.co.uk
The Claymills Victorian Pumping
Station in Steam
Gamekeepers’
Country Fair
Sunday 5 - Monday 6 April Claymills Victorian
Pumping Station, Burton upon Trent DE13 0DA
Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 April
Catton Hall, Catton Park,
Walton upon Trent DE12 8LN
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The most complete and second largest
restored 19th century steam pumping station
in Britain. Twenty eight stationary steam
engines in operation including two large
beam engines.
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£5 adults, £4 concessions, £2 children, £12 family
01283 509929 [email protected]
www.claymills.org.uk
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Easter Family Fun Day
Monday 6 April 11am - 4pm
Middleton Hall, Middleton B78 2AE
Children’s entertainer, face painting, inflatable
fun, Alice in Wonderland trail, Easter Bunny
and bonnet parade.
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£4 adults, children under 18 years free entry
01827 283095 [email protected]
www.middleton-hall.co.uk
A fully interactive game
and country fair with action packed arena
demonstrations and activities for all the family.
Exciting kids’ entertainment with have-a-go
bush craft, archery and clay shooting. Ongoing
cooking demonstrations in the food village
with music and free face painting. A great
family day out.
£8 adult in advance, £10 on the day, children under
15 years free of charge with accompanying adult.
Book online www.bascgamekeepersfair.co.uk
01283 810910 [email protected]
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Plant Hunters’ Fair
Saturday 18 April 10am - 5pm
Middleton Hall, Middleton B78 2AE
Plant fair featuring highly respected specialist
nurseries with a great range of perennials,
shrubs and trees. Simply something for every
plant lover.
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Entry to hall, gardens & plant fair only £2 per car
01827 283095 [email protected]
www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk
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April
Spring Fayre
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Saturday 18 April 10am - 3pm
Lichfield Library, Lichfield WS13 6QG
Be inspired by the beautiful objects and
friendly community groups at this
popular fayre.
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Free entry 01543 510700
[email protected]
www.staffordshire.gov.uk/libraries
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Sunday 19 April 10am
Curborough Sprint Course,
Fradley WS13 8EJ
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Barn dance starring The Cat’s Whiskers band.
Beginners welcome and hot supper included.
History Workshop: Delving into
the Dictionary
It is full speed ahead at this
free introduction to the
motor sport of speed sprinting. An all you
need to know session includes on-track
instruction with an experienced competitor.
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Free entry 01543 264280 www.curborough.co.uk
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Music for St George’s Eve
Wednesday 22 April 7pm
St Chad’s Church, Lichfield WS13 7ND
An evening of English music with Lichfield
Singers, Joanne Mayling and St Chad’s
School choir.
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£7 adults, £5 concessions 01543 263670
[email protected] www.lichfieldsingers.org
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St George’s Court
Highly entertaining
historic court with reports
from High Constables, Ale
Tasters and Pinners.
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Saturday 25 April 2pm The Samuel Johnson
Birthplace Museum, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Exploring the how, when and why of
Johnson’s great work, 260 years after
publication.
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£2.50, booking recommended 01543 264972
[email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
Spring Fayre
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Saturday 25 April 10am - 3pm
Burntwood Library, Burntwood WS7 2BX
Be inspired by the beautiful objects and
friendly community groups at this
popular fayre.
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Free entry 01543 682447
[email protected]
www.staffordshire.gov.uk/libraries
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Thursday 23 April 12noon
The Guildhall, Lichfield
WS13 6LX
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£12.95 01283 532880
[email protected]
www.nationalbrewerycentre.co.uk
Curborough Sprint
Course Open Day
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Traditional Barn Dance
Saturday 25 April 8pm - 11.30pm The National
Brewery Centre, Burton upon Trent DE14 1NG
Spring & Summer Flower Arranging
Tuesday 28 & Wednesday 29 April 10.30am
The George Hotel, Lichfield WS13 6PR
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Free entry 01543 309854
[email protected] www.lichfield.gov.uk
Includes coffee on arrival, a flower
arranging demonstration and a three
course carvery lunch.
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£23 01543 414822 [email protected]
www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
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May
May
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Fawlty Towers Evening
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Murder Mystery Evening
Includes a three course dinner and full Murder
Mystery scenario.
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£32 per person or £120 per couple to include an
overnight stay 01543 414822
[email protected]
www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
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Dawn Darwin Walk
Sunday 3 May 10am Meet at Bunkers Hill
Car Park, Lichfield WS13 6RA
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Join members of the Darwin Walk Trust to
hear the ‘Dawn Chorus’.
01543 252246 www.darwinwalk.org.uk
Plant Hunters’ Fair
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Sunday 3 - Monday 4 May 10am - 5pm
Weston Park, Weston under Lizard TF11 8LE
Great value day out with a special low price
entry. Enjoy wonderful gardens and a plant
fair with spring bulbs, bluebells, azaleas and
rhododendrons. Simply something for every
plant lover.
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Entry to gardens and plant fair only £3
01952 852100 [email protected]
www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk
The Claymills Victorian Pumping
Station in Steam
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Sunday 3 - Monday 4 May & Sunday 24 - Monday
25 May Claymills Victorian Pumping Station,
Burton upon Trent DE13 0DA
The most complete and second largest
restored 19th century steam pumping station
in Britain. Twenty-eight stationary steam
engines in operation including two large
beam engines.
.
£5 adults, £4 concessions, £2 children, £12 family
01283 509929 [email protected]
www.claymills.org.uk
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Be entertained by Basil, Sybil and Manuel and
enjoy a sumptuous three course dinner.
Lichfield Arts Spring Beer Festival
Friday 1 - Saturday 2 May 12noon - 11pm
The Guildhall, Lichfield WS13 6LX
See event highlights on page 2
Friday 1 May 7pm for 7.30pm
The George Hotel, Lichfield WS13 6PR
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Saturday 23 May 7.15pm - 11.30pm The National
Brewery Centre, Burton upon Trent DE14 1NG
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VE Day 70th Anniversary Celebrations
Sunday 10 May National Memorial Arboretum,
Alrewas DE13 7AR
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Victorian May Day
Monday 4 May 11am - 3pm
Beacon Park, Lichfield WS13 6QZ
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Join us for traditional games, craft activities,
Maypole dancing and a Punch and Judy show.
Free entry 01543 308869 [email protected]
www.lichfieldhistoricparks.co.uk
Monday 4 May . 11am - 4pm
May Day Celebrations
Middleton Hall, Middleton B78 2AE
Morris dancers, dance round the Maypole,
musical entertainment, children’s trails and
crafts and a working smithy.
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£4 adults, children under 18 years free entry
01827 283095 [email protected]
www.middleton-hall.co.uk
Lichfield Cathedral Chorus Come and Sing
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Saturday 9 May, sessions in the
afternoon and evening Lichfield
Cathedral, Lichfield WS13 6LX
Come and sing Handel’s
Messiah with the Cathedral
Chorus. No experience
needed. Led by Cathy Lamb.
01543 257759
[email protected]
lichfieldcathedralchorus.co.uk
Sunday 10 May . 7.30pm
Lichfield Sinfonia May Concert
The Guildhall, Lichfield WS13 6LX
Symphonic Concert including Glazunov Overture Solennelle, Elgar - Cello Concerto
(Svetlana Mochalova), Sibelius - Symphony
No 1. Tickets available at
www.lichfieldsinfonia.ticketsource.co.uk.
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£8 01543 264718 [email protected]
www.lichfieldsinfonia.co.uk
A street party style event with the best of
vintage entertainment for the whole family.
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Free entry, a charge will apply for some activities
01283 245100 [email protected]
www.thenma.org.uk
£36.95 01283 532 880
[email protected]
www.nationalbrewerycentre.co.uk
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Wild and Deadly Week
Saturday 23 - Sunday 31 May 10am - 6pm
National Forest Adventure Farm, Burton on Trent
DE13 9SJ
Museums at Night Candlelit Tours
Stroke a spider, hug a bug and cradle a snake
at this wild and deadly show. If you’re an
animal lover this event is not to be missed!
Friday 15 May 7pm & 8.30pm
Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield WS13 7AD
£10.75 01283 533933 [email protected]
www.adventurefarm.co.uk
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Atmospheric twilight tours of this wonderful
Georgian house and spooky cellars, with
costumed guides and refreshments available.
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£2.50 per person, booking advised 01543 306260
[email protected]
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Sex in Suburbia
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Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 May 7.30pm Lichfield
Garrick Theatre & Studio, Lichfield WS13 6HR
Direct from rave reviews and sell-out
performances at the Liverpool Royal Court.
Starring Claire Sweeney.
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£22.50 01543 412121 [email protected]
www.lichfieldgarrick.com
Lichfield Cathedral
Chorus Concert A Flavour of France
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Saturday 23 May 7.30pm
Lichfield Cathedral,
Lichfield WS13 7LD
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Plant Hunters’ Fair
Saturday 23 May 10am - 4.30pm
National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas DE13 7AR
Plant fair featuring highly respected specialist
nurseries with a great range of perennials,
shrubs and trees. Simply something for every
plant lover.
.
Free entry, parking charge applies
01283 792333 [email protected]
www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk
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Middleton Mutts
Monday 25 May 11am - 4pm
Middleton Hall, Middleton B78 2AE
Open dog show, dog display team, stalls and
activities for dogs and their owners.
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£4 adults, children under 18 years free entry
01827 283095 [email protected]
www.middleton-hall.co.uk
Focussing on French composers this concert
includes Fauré Cantique de Jean Racine, the St
Cecilia Mass by Gounod and the Vierne Messe
Solennelle. The thundering accompaniment of
not one but two organs for the Vierne will be
spectacular. Conductor Ben Lamb.
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Tickets available from Lichfield Garrick,
prices to be confirmed 01543 257759
[email protected]
lichfieldcathedralchorus.co.uk
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June
May
Sherlock Holmes & The Tale of
Tamworth Terror
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Court of Arraye followed by the
Crowning of the Bower Queen
Saturday 6 June 7.30pm
Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Tamworth B79 7DN
Saturday 20 June - Monday 31 August
10.30am - 4.30pm The Samuel Johnson Birthplace
Museum, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Monday 25 May 10.30am onwards
Guildhall, Lichfield WS13 6LX
A fully interactive sinister murder mystery
evening dinner party with blood curdling
intrigue, sleuthing and shocks galore.
Encounter striking paintings and unexpected
techniques by art workshop students displayed
around the historic building.
£14, £12 or £100 per table (10 people)
01827 709618 [email protected]
www.tamworthassemblyrooms.co.uk
Free entry 01543 264972
[email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
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Light hearted presentation
of ‘Men at Arms’ and reports
from the City Dozeners.
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Free entry 01543 309854
[email protected]
www.lichfield.gov.uk
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Lichfield Greenhill Bower
Monday 25 May across Lichfield
City and Beacon Park
See event highlights on page 2
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Camera Club Group Shoot
Thursday 28 May 6pm - 10pm Tworld,
Weeford WS14 0PR
Join in a fun social photographic evening and
take some great pictures of a professional
model. Places limited to 8 people, so please
P get in touch and book.
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£25 07772 050 659
www.tworldstudio.co.uk/group-shoots/4547768713
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Half Term Fun!
Thursday 28 May 10.30am - 1pm The Samuel
Johnson Birthplace Museum Lichfield, WS13 6LG
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Get creative at this hands-on arts and craft
activity for the half term holiday.
£2, just drop-in! 01543 264972
[email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
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An Evening with Lola Lamour
Friday 29 May 7pm The George Hotel,
Lichfield WS13 6PR
£26 . 01543 414822 . [email protected]
An evening of good food with entertainment
from the glamorous vocalist, Lola Lamour.
St Giles Hospice Solstice Walk
Saturday 20 June registration 7.30pm - 9pm,
walk starts at 10pm Friary Grange Leisure Centre,
Lichfield WS13 7SQ
Enjoy a great afternoon and support your
local hospice. Live music, delicious food and
drinks, craft stalls, tombola, kiddies corner
and much more!
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£1 adults, children free 01543 434543
[email protected]
www.stgileshospice.com
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Truly Andrews
Saturday 13 June 7.30pm
Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Tamworth B79 7DN
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A ‘practically perfect’ tribute to wonderful
music made popular by Julie Andrews.
£16, £14 01827 709618 [email protected]
www.tamworthassemblyrooms.co.uk
www.thegeorgelichfield.co.uk
Shakespeare in the Park
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From coaching courses at Burntwood, Friary
Grange and King Edward VI leisure centres, to
events and trails at Beacon Park, we have plenty
to make sure every child has a holiday of fun.
Visit www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/holidayfun
before each holiday to see what’s on offer.
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St Giles Hospice Garden Party
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Make sure your child or teenager
has a holiday full of fun by keeping
them fit and active over all the
school holidays and half term breaks.
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Sunday 7 June 12noon - 4pm
St Giles Hospice, Whittington WS14 9LH
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Wednesday 17 - Saturday 20 June 7.45pm
Saturday matinee 20 June 2pm
Maple Hayes Hall, Lichfield WS13 8BL
See event highlights on page 2
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A Splash of Inspiration: Birthplace
Artists on Display
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Join in the sensational Solstice Walk sponsored
by Florette, the UK’s leading prepared salad
specialist. This high spirited night time nine
mile stroll (two laps of 4.5 miles) is through
the streets of Lichfield.
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£15 per walker 01543 434538
[email protected]
www.stgileshospice.com
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Barton Gardens Festival
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Saturday 20 - Sunday 21 June 1pm - 6pm
Last entry to gardens & teddy rides 5.30pm
Barton under Needwood village Free car
park at DE13 8AZ
Open gardens, scarecrows, exciting rides for
teddies, art and craft exhibitions, country craft
demonstrations and refreshments.
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£4 entry to 15 gardens, £5 teddy passport for all
rides 01283 712809 [email protected]
www.bartongardensfestival.org
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Gala Jazz Concert
Harlaston Open Gardens
Friday 19 June 7.30pm St James’ Church,
Barton under Needwood DE13 8HU
Saturday 20 - Sunday 21 June 12noon - 6pm
St Matthew’s Church, Harlaston B79 9HT
Gala concert with Bill Bailey’s All Star Jazz
Band, includes sparkling refreshments and
delectable nibbles.
Open gardens, lunches, cream teas, stalls,
plants, cakes, tombola and musical
entertainment. For more information go to
www.opengardens.co.uk
.
£10 includes refreshments 01283 712809
[email protected]
www.bartongardensfestival.org
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£3.50, free entry for children 01827 383291
[email protected] www.harlaston.org.uk
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The Three Degrees
June
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Saturday 27 June 7.30pm Tamworth Assembly
Rooms, Tamworth B79 7DN
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The Vintage Years Festival
Saturday 20 - Sunday 21 June 10am - 5pm
The National Brewery Centre, Burton upon Trent,
DE14 1NG
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A celebration of the lifestyles, fashion,
music and classic cars of the 40s and 50s.
£5 01283 532 880
[email protected]
www.nationalbrewerycentre.co.uk
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Fathers’ Day Pork Bap & Beer
Sunday 21 June 12noon - 3pm
Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield WS13 7AD
Treat dad to a lovely pork bap and local ale
in the relaxing Herb Garden (weather
permitting)!
.
Free entry 01543 306260
[email protected]
www.erasmusdarwin.org
Lichfield Arts Blues & Jazz Plus Festival
Thursday 25 - Saturday 27 June
The Guildhall, Lichfield WS13 6LX
See event highlights on page 3
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Armed Forces Day
Saturday 27 June National Memorial Arboretum,
Alrewas DE13 7AR
With activities for the whole family visit the
National Memorial Arboretum to show your
support for HM Armed Forces on this special
day. Please see website for full timings.
.
Free entry, a charge will apply for some activities
01283 245100 [email protected]
www.thenma.org.uk
Burntwood Singers’ 50th
Anniversary Concert
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A firm favourite with Prince Charles and well
known worldwide for their songs such as
‘When Will I See You Again’.
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£25, £22.50 01827 709618 [email protected]
www.tamworthassemblyrooms.co.uk
Lichfield Camera Club Summer
Exhibition
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Saturday 27 June - Sunday 26 July Monday - Friday
9am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm
Chasewater Innovation Centre, Chasewater Country
Park, Brownhills WS8 7SL
This season’s collection of members’ images
with award-winning, stunning photographs
and maybe some favourites too.
.
Free entry 07720 700958
[email protected]
www.lichfieldcameraclub.org
Lichfield Sinfonia Summer Concert St Luke’s 900th Anniversary
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Sunday 28 June 4pm St Luke’s Church,
Cannock WS11 1DE
Celebrate 900 years of St Luke’s with a
symphonic programme of stage and screen
favourites. Please see website for prices
www.lichfieldsinfonia.ticketsource.co.uk
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01543 264718 [email protected]
www.lichfieldsinfonia.co.uk
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RSPCA Fun Day and Dog Show
Sunday 28 June 12noon - 4pm RSPCA Hillfield
Animal Home, Burton on Trent DE13 0BN
Fun day and dog show with games, stalls
and refreshments. Come and join the fun.
£1 adults, children under 16 years free entry
01283 569165 (daily except Tuesday)
www.rspca-burtonbranch.org.uk
Festival Exhibition
Saturday 27 June 7.30pm
Burntwood Memorial Hall, Burntwood WS7 9BE
Tuesday 30 June - Sunday 12 July
Emporium Gallery, Lichfield WS13 6PR
Burntwood Singers invite you to their
50th anniversary concert.
An exhibition celebrating the creative
talents of local and national artists.
£5 adults, £2.50 children (under 12 years) includes
light refreshments 01543 268053
[email protected]
Free entry 01543 256624
[email protected]
www.emporium-gallery.co.uk
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July
July
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Music and Real Ale Festival
Saturday 4 July 2pm until late
Elford Hall Gardens, Elford B79 9BZ
Octonauts and the Deep Sea
Volcano Adventure
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Wednesday 1 - Thursday 2 July 1pm and 4.30pm
Lichfield Garrick Theatre & Studio,
Lichfield WS13 6HR
Get ready to embark on an exciting new
mission with CBeebies favourites,
The Octonauts!
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£15.50 adults, £13.50 children, £54 family
(2 adults, 2 children) 01543 412121
[email protected]
www.lichfieldgarrick.com
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£6 adults, £3 children aged 5 - 16 years,
under 5 years free entry 01827 383097
[email protected]
elfordhallgarden.org.uk
Cars in the Park
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Saturday 4 - Sunday 5 July Beacon Park, Lichfield
See event highlights on page 3
Lichfield Sinfonia & Hammerwich
Cricket Club Outdoor Summer Concert
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Sunday 5 July 4pm Hammerwich Cricket Club,
Burntwood WS7 0JQ
Lichfield Festival
Friday 3 - Sunday 12 July
Various locations, Lichfield WS13 6NE
See event highlights page 3
Lichfield Festival Baby
Elephant Parade
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Friday 3 - Saturday 11 July around Lichfield City
See event highlights on page 3
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Florette Festival Market
Saturday 4 July 10am - 4pm
Cathedral Close, Lichfield WS13 7LD
Arts and crafts market featuring local
makers, food stalls, children’s activities
and refreshments.
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A beer festival with a difference! Fun for all
the family, food and live music.
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Free entry 01543 306271 [email protected]
www.lichfieldfestival.org
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WWII Day
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Saturday 11 July 11am - 6pm The Staffordshire
Regiment Museum, Whittington Barracks WS14 9PY
Come along to this fantastic WWII themed
event with an impressive selection of stalls,
music, fashion, food and other delights that
probably won’t be covered by your ration
book (but we’ll make an exception!).
Al-fresco picnic and symphonic concert of
popular works in delightful rural cricket club
setting. See website for ticket information
www.lichfieldsinfonia.ticketsource.co.uk
01543 434394
www.staffordshireregimentmuseum.com
01543 264718 [email protected]
www.lichfieldsinfonia.co.uk
Saturday 11 July - Sunday 6 September 10am - 6pm
National Forest Adventure Farm, Burton on Trent
DE13 9SJ
Summer Reading Challenge 2015 Guinness World Records
If you love tractors and diggers then this event
is for you. This year marks the 70th birthday of
the world famous Staffordshire brand JCB with
a digger inspired maize masterpiece. Can you
crack the three miles of pathways, bridges and
lookout points?
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Saturday 11 July 10am - 3pm
Lichfield Library, Lichfield WS13 6QG
Begin your Summer Reading Challenge
marathon in style with some
record-breaking events!
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Free entry 01543 510700
[email protected]
www.staffordshire.gov.uk/libraries
National Forest Maize Maze
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£10.75 01283 533933 [email protected]
www.adventurefarm.co.uk
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Summer Darwin Walk
Sunday 19 July 10am Meet at Bunkers Hill
Car Park, Lichfield WS13 6RA
Enjoy a pleasant summer walk around
Lichfield with members of the Darwin
Walk Trust.
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01543 252246 www.darwinwalk.org.uk
Family Summer Holiday Activities
Monday 20 July - Friday 4 September
National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas DE13 7AR
Whatever your age or interests, an
unforgettable experience awaits you at the
National Memorial Arboretum this summer.
Please see the website for all dates and
timings.
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Free entry, a charge will apply for some activities
01283 245100 [email protected]
www.thenma.org.uk
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August
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Plant Hunters’ Fair
Saturday 1 August 10am - 4.30pm
National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas DE13 7AR
Plant fair featuring highly respected specialist
nurseries with a great range of perennials,
shrubs and trees. Simply something for every
plant lover.
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Free entry, parking charge applies 01283 792333
[email protected]
www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk
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Wacky Wednesdays
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Wednesdays 5, 12, 19 & 26 August 11.30am - 1pm
& 2pm - 3.30pm Erasmus Darwin House,
Lichfield WS13 7AD
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Themed summer craft workshops for children
5-12 yrs. A different theme each week.
£2 per child - booking advised 01543 306260
[email protected]
www.erasmusdarwin.org
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Summer Fun at Sam’s House
Thursdays 6,13, 20, 27 August 10.30am - 1pm
The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum,
Lichfield WS13 6LG
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Outdoor fun and games for all. Bring your
teddy and join in the Teddy Games!
Free entry 01543 308869 [email protected]
www.lichfieldhistoricparks.co.uk
Drop-in arts and crafts fun throughout the
holiday with a different activity every week.
Lichfield Food Festival
£2, just drop-in! 01543 264972
[email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 August
Around and about Lichfield City
See event highlights on page 3
A City as Sculpture by
Peter Walker FRSA MRBS
The Claymills Victorian Pumping
Station In Steam
Internal exhibition Saturday 8 August - Thursday 10
September External exhibition Saturday 8 August mid October Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield WS13 7LD
Sunday 30 - Monday 31 August Claymills Victorian
Pumping Station, Burton upon Trent DE13 0DA
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A unique chance to see the acclaimed artist’s
work adorning the Cathedral and its grounds.
Free entry 01543 306100
[email protected]
www.lichfield-cathedral.org
WWI Day and Edwardian
Fete and Fair
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Sunday 9 August 11am - 6pm The Staffordshire
Regiment Museum, Whittington Barracks WS14 9PY
Step back in time to the Belle Epoch of the
early 1900s. Wander around the period
fairground, listen to the choir and browse
around the many stalls.
01543 434394
www.staffordshireregimentmuseum.com
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Beacon Park Fun Day
Wednesday 12 August 11am - 3pm
Beacon Park, Lichfield WS13 6QZ
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The most complete and second largest
restored 19th century steam pumping station
in Britain. Twenty eight stationary steam
engines in operation including two large
beam engines.
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£5 adults, £4 concessions, £2 children, £12 family
01283 509929 [email protected]
www.claymills.org.uk
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Traditional Family Fun Day
Monday 31 August 11am - 4pm
Middleton Hall, Middleton B78 2AE
A day filled with traditional family games and
children’s activities, fun for all the family.
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£4 adults, children under 18 years free entry
01827 283095 [email protected]
www.middleton-hall.co.uk
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Ongoing events
Night at the Museum
Talks, meetings & social
Lichfield Civic Society Meetings
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St Mary’s in the Market Square, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Monthly 7.45pm
Come along to listen to interesting talks
by special guest speakers.
Thursday 19 March
The Defence Medical Services in the Midlands
by Commander Simon Brown
Tuesday 21 April
Cannock Chase - Area of Outstanding Natural
Beauty by Emma Beaman AONB Officer
Thursday 21 May
The Trent Valley Railway by Dave Barrett &
Robin Malthams
Tuesday 16 June
The Woodland Trust by Sara Crofts
Thursday 23 July
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Pugin - A Passion for Gothic by Michael Fisher
Free to members, £3 non members at the door
01543 255423 www.lichfieldcivicsociety.org.uk
Staffordshire Archaeological and
Historical Society Meetings
St Mary’s in the Market Square, Lichfield WS13 6LG
8pm
Come along to listen to interesting talks by
special guest speakers.
Friday 6 March
Newman Coffin Fitting Works
Friday 20 March
From Neolithic Bones to Viking Boats and
Whitby Jet
Friday 10 April
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Saturday 2 May, 6 June & 4 July 7.30pm - 10.30pm
Lichfield Museum at St Mary's in the Market Square,
Lichfield WS13 6LG
Visit Lichfield Museum after hours - a great
date night or outing with friends. Mingle
through the exhibition, be entertained by the
interpreters, enjoy signature cocktails and
leave more aware of our city's exciting history!
Every Tuesday and Saturday 2pm - 6pm
Woodhouse Farm, Fisherwick Wood,
Lichfield WS13 8QG
Tickets £8, includes entry to the museum and
a cocktail 01543 256611
Visit the replanted walled garden, rare breed
pigs and cows and maybe feed the chickens.
Birthplace Book Club
01543 432005
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/woodhousefarmandgardencic
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First Wednesday of every month 1pm The Samuel
Johnson Birthplace Museum, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Friendly and informal group reading along
with Radio 4’s Book Club show, new
members welcome.
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Free, donations welcome 01543 264972
[email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
Outdoor events & fun days out
Beacon Park Seed Sundays
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Friday 17 April
Aston Hall, Birmingham
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The Viking Winter Camp at Torksey
£3 visitors on the door 01543 416144
www.sahs.uk.net
Lichfield Advanced Motorists
Open Meeting
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£6 01543 250756 [email protected]
Markets and boot sales
General Markets on Tuesdays,
Fridays & Saturdays
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Weekly 9am - 4pm (except Spring Bank Holiday
Tuesday) Market Square, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Free entry 01543 309853 / 07970 861570
[email protected] www.lichfield.gov.uk
£1 (all proceeds to Community Garden Area)
01543 308869 [email protected]
www.lichfieldhistoricparks.co.uk
Every Thursday night during school term time
Beginners 7pm - 7.45pm Improvers 8.15pm - 9pm
Lichfield Methodist Church, Lichfield WS13 6JH
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Drayton Manor Theme Park’s
2015 season
.
Drayton Manor Theme Park officially opens
its doors for the 2015 season and 65th
anniversary!
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0844 472 1960 [email protected]
www.draytonmanor.co.uk
Guided Tours of Johnson’s Birthplace
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Join a lively and entertaining tour bringing
the home of Lichfield’s famous son to life.
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Each discovery day throughout the year has
a different theme, uniform and weapon
handling, lots of interactive activities and
tours for all the family.
Get fit, have fun and make new friends.
Ladies of all ages, shapes and sizes very
welcome. Come and join us!
Dancing
Open meeting of Lichfield Advanced
Motorists. New members welcome for free
introductory session and demo drive.
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Drop in and make your own paper pot and
plant seeds to take away. Different seeds
each month.
Sundays 15 March, 19 April, 17 May & 21 June
11am - 1pm Beacon Park, Lichfield WS13 6QZ
26 April, 31 May, 28 June, 26 July 10am
Fradley Village Hall, Fradley WS13 8NL
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Discovery Day and WW1 Trench Tours
The Staffordshire Regiment Museum, Whittington
Barracks WS14 9PY Mondays 6 April, 4 May,
25 May, 3 August, 17 August and 31 August
11am - 3pm (last entry 3pm)
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Belly Dancing
Every Thursday 8.30pm Boley Park
Community Hall, Lichfield WS14 9XU
Established markets with a varied selection
of quality goods and fresh food at
competitive prices.
First Saturday of the month 2 May, 6 June, 4 July,
1 August & 5 September 2pm The Samuel
Johnson Birthplace Museum, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Free introductory session 07020 940216
[email protected] www.lamm.org.uk
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Open Farm and Garden Days
From £5 01543 434394
www.staffordshireregimentmuseum.com
Saturday 21 March - Saturday 1 November
(see website for a full list of times) Drayton
Manor Theme Park, near Tamworth B78 3TW
The Saint in St Editha’s
Friday 1 May
Ongoing events
.
£2.50, booking advised 01543 264972
[email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
Dance With Me Henry
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Learn to dance lindy hop, the crazy swing
dance that’s so easy to learn!
£5 per lesson or £8 both lessons per person
07501 344858 (leave a text message only)
facebook.com/dancewithmehenry
Pride & Prejudice Dances
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First and third Fridays of the month 7.30pm
Lichfield Golf & Country Club, Lichfield WS13 8HE
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Learn Regency period dances, that the author
Jane Austen would have loved.
£6 07815 796746 [email protected]
www.regencyassembly.co.uk
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Belly Dancing
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Every Tuesday 8.30pm Lichfield Methodist
Centre, Lichfield WS14 6JJ
Get fit, have fun and make new friends.
Ladies of all ages, shapes and sizes very
welcome. Come and join us!
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£6 01543 250756 [email protected]
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Monthly Farmers’ Market
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First Thursday of the month (except January)
9am - 3pm Market Square, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Popular Farmers’ Market with numerous
stalls selling fresh, delicious local produce,
arts and crafts.
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Free entry 01543 309853 / 07970 861570
[email protected] www.lichfield.gov.uk
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Middleton Hall Food & Craft Market
The Last Sunday of every month 10am - 4pm
Middleton Hall, Middleton B78 2AE
Established market supporting small
businesses showcasing the best in locally
produced food and handcrafted items.
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£2 donation per car to park 01827 283095
RSPCA Car Boot Sales
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Every third Sunday in the month, booters 12noon,
buyers 1pm RSPCA Hillfield Animal Home,
Burton on Trent DE13 0BN
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A small, friendly car boot sale. Outdoors
spring and summer. Refreshments available.
£6 a table 01827 373939 / 07785 426660
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Ongoing events
Art Workshops
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Third Tuesday of every month 17 March, 21 April,
19 May, 16 June, 21 July & 18 August 6.30pm
The Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum,
Lichfield WS13 6LG
Wedding open days
Middleton Hall Wedding Open Days
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Sunday 12 April, Saturday 30 May, Sunday 12 July,
Saturday 22 August 1pm - 4pm
Middleton Hall, Middleton B78 2AE
Small and friendly sessions led by
award-winning local artist Carole Collier,
beginners very welcome.
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£10 including all materials and refreshments,
booking essential 01543 264972
[email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
Opportunity to view the stunning wedding
venue, dressed for both civil ceremony and
wedding breakfast.
Children’s clubs
Free entry 07805 278434
[email protected]
www.middletonhallweddingvenue.co.uk
Wednesdays in term time 4pm
Boley Park Community Hall, Lichfield WS14 9XU
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Art exhibitions and workshops
Spring & Summer Exhibitions
Tuesday 3 March - Saturday 29 August
Emporium Gallery, Lichfield WS13 6PR
A programme of exhibitions promoting
original contemporary artwork by local
and national artists.
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Free entry 01543 256624
[email protected]
www.emporium-gallery.co.uk
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Super Science
Science experiments, fun and games for
children aged 6 upwards. Drink and
snack included.
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£5 01543 250756 [email protected]
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Bookworms United!
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Fortnightly Saturdays 10.30am The Samuel
Johnson Birthplace Museum, Lichfield WS13 6LG
Read, create and make friends in a fun book
and activity club for children aged 7-10 years.
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£4 including books, discounts for families
01543 264972 [email protected]
www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk
The next What’s On will be out in August 2015 and will list events from
September 2015 until the end of February 2016. To join the mailing list call
01543 256611 or email [email protected]
Organising an event? If you are organising an event and would like it to appear in the next
edition of What’s On, call Emily Robinson on 01543 308215 before the end of May 2015.
All listings were correct when this booklet was printed (February 2015). Visit Lichfield cannot be held
responsible for any events that are cancelled or changed. If you want to double check any details visit
www.visitlichfield.co.uk/events or contact the event organisers.
Photography by kind permission of Lichfield Cathedral, National Forest Adventure Farm, Robert Yardley, Lichfield Arts,
Terry Fidgeon, Andrew Rawe, Samuel Johnson Birthplace, Plant Hunters’ Fair, TWorld, Tamworth Assembly
Rooms, Lichfield City Council, Lichfield Garrick and Lichfield Camera Club.
Project Part-Financed
by the European Union
European Regional
Development Fund
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